Events

Join us as we discover local minerals and explore the Wagner's collections.OCTOBER FIRST SATURDAY OPEN HOUSEHome Soil: The Minerals and Geology of PhiladelphiaFrom quartzite to kyanite to garnets—Philadelphia is home to a vast array of regional minerals. Join us on Saturday, October 5th as geologist Bruce Mitchell from the Philadelphia Mineralogical Society engages visitors of all ages in learning about Philadelphia’s rich geological landscape.At 1 PM, join Bruce for an illustrated talk in our historic Lecture Hall about rocks and minerals in this region, including many that were found—and can still be found!—in Fairmount Park along Wissahickon Creek. Bruce will

Kids Club 6 years old and up. Please only sign your child up for 1 session.Kids Club art class is a 1 hour and 15 minute art class for kids ages 6 to 18 and up. It takes place from 12:30pm-1:45pmGlow in the dark haunted houses. We'll be making spooky haunted houses, with an added glow in the dark effect for extra fun!When registering for kids club, please register only the child who will be attending. Parents may only accompany their child provided there is extra space but should not register themselves. Due to the size of the studio, parents

Join us at Riverwards Produce in Fishtown on Saturday, October 5 at 1:00pm for a Fair Trade Month celebration!Join Fair Trade Philadelphia, Media Fair Trade, and friends at Riverwards Produce in Fishtown on Saturday, October 5 at 1:00pm for a Fair Trade Month celebration!We will be visiting Philadelphia's own Fair Trade Mural (!) as well as learning a bit more about fair trade from Riverwards and certifier, Fairtrade America.We will have some fair trade swag for those who join us so please kindly RSVP if you are able to attend. Any and all are welcome!

Community event celebrating Tacony Creek Park with live music, performing arts, crafts & games and family fun!Olney Culture Lab of CultureTrust Greater Philadelphia and Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership is happy to present the 4th edition of the Tacony Creek Park Music & Arts Festival! This year is our Latin Fiesta Edition!The festival returns on Saturday, October 5, 2023 from 1 pm - 5 pm. It will be held at the Big Field in Tacony Creek Park, located on East Olney Avenue at East Clarkson Avenue.(In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors to Grover Washington Jr. Middle School

Join us for a hands-on Earth Skills Workshop and grow a deeper realtionship with land adn ancestral ways past and present (and beyond)Come join us to for this hands-on workshop and demo! Consider this a new way to deepen your relationship to your land and local wildspaces. This workshop will cover what "earthskills" are, from ancestral ways, beyond the idea of solo survival and into a place of modern day connection. Topics covered includes plants and foraging, basket making, natural fibers fire by friction and earth pigments (and more... bring your curiosity!)This is an interactive hands on workshop where you

Join us on the preserve Saturday, October 5th for a day of spooooook-tacular fun!Shiverfest is Riverbend’s largest community event packed with fun, fall activities for the whole family.Delicious food trucks by Burrito Feliz, Lil Trents Grille, and Owls Water Ice & TreatsPony ridesBubble ShowsProfessional Face PaintersPetting ZoosTree ClimbingFall arts and craftsTrick-or-treat trailInsect and circus showsHaunted trail (back and better than ever!)FREE Adult brewsLive MusicAnd much more!Join us for this frighteningly fun, family-friendly event!If you are currently a SNAP/EBT/ PA ACCESS cardholder or are experiencing financial hardship, please reach out to events@riverbendeec.org to inquire about reduced ticket prices.Would you like to

A presentation about his research in creating his three pivotal bodies of work: Manifest, Schools for the Colored, and Red Summer.Join us for this compelling presentation by Wendel White onSaturday, October 5th at 3:30 pm.A light reception will follow as part of the exhibition, Folding Time. On view from September 3 through October 26, 2024.Wendel White is a distinguished South Jersey-based photographer known for focusing on Black history and the legacy of slavery through his foundational projects: Schools for the Colored, Red Summer, and Manifest. The exhibition Folding Time will display a selection of photographs from each series. Through these

Come and socialize with your fellow Co-op members at the Fall General Membership Meeting hosted on the beautiful grounds of Waldorf School.Socialize with your fellow Co-op members on the beautiful grounds of Waldorf School. The Co-op will host a Member Maker’s Market for all to enjoy. There will be yummy food and cider along with live music. This will be a zero waste event. To help with our zero waste efforts we encourage members to please bring a plate, cup and silverware to the event. Our Environment Committee will host a dishware rental table for your convenience at the GMM.

Join us for an intimate salon-style conversation with members of Philadelphia Animation Ensemble as they share works-in-progress.In Process is a cinéSPEAK event series that offers intimate screenings featuring acclaimed local filmmakers. In Process is an opportunity for makers and audiences to delve deep into their craft through dialogue and screening works-in-progress. These salon-style events are designed to inspire and educate both emerging and experienced makers by engaging in hands-on learning, collaboration, and experimentation.The Philadelphia Animation Ensemble is an open collective of animators with vastly different techniques and styles who come together to play collaborative games and delight in experimental moving

Step back in time to era that embodied exuberant enjoyment for a day full of Jazz-Age fun at this year’s tavern night fund raiser aptly titled Harvest Moon Prohibition Era Lawn Party! Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 5, 2024 6:00-9:00 PM (Rain date Sunday, October 6, 2:00-5:00 PM). William and Alice Degn purchased Hope Lodge in 1922 and lovingly restored the mansion and grounds. By all accounts they enjoyed entertaining their many friends in this fine home and one can only imagine what it must have been like! So dust off your dancing shoes and press your party clothes,

Did you know that The Resource Exchange is 15 Years Old?! Come celebrate with us! The night will be filled with all manner of revelrous merriment, live music, light fare + local libations, a silent auction, and a special exhibition of alumni artist works! The Resource Exchange 1800 N American St. 6-10pm Tickets: $25 in advance | $30 at the door ________________________________________________ 15 Years of The Resource Exchange: Thanks to our wonderful community of customers, donors, and volunteers over the last 15 years: 75,000+ choices were made by Philadelphians to source affordable reclaimed materials at The Resource Exchange for a

Learn practical tips for including more plants in your diet and enjoy delicious samples of plant-based dishes.SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6Plant-Based Delights11:00 AM–12:30 PMLiz Patterson, Board-Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Founder of ProActive Wellness CoachingDiscover how plant-based eating can improve your personal health and wellness while also supporting the health of the planet. Learn practical tips for including more plants in your diet and enjoy delicious samples of plant-based dishes provided by program partner ANEU Kitchens.Allergen info: food will be gluten free. Some options will contain sunflower seeds and peanuts.Members: $45 | Non-Members: $50

Join us at Utility Works this spooky season to make expressive ceramic masks to adorn the walls of your haunted house.Join us at Utility Works this spooky season to make expressive ceramic masks to adorn the walls of your haunted house. Using clay slabs and newspaper molds, students will carve, pinch, and sculpt unique halloween masks. Then, we'll paint our masks with bright underglaze colors. Masks will be ready to pick up in two weeks, fully fired and finished with picture wire, ready to hang!------Please note that this workshop takes place in the Utility Works basement, which is only accessible

Join us within Nancy Agati's installation "Aqua Terrace" to learn more about how to transform concrete spaces into permeable ecosystems!Join us within Nancy Agati's installation "Aqua Terrace" to learn more about how to transform concrete spaces into permeable ecosystems that help mitigate flooding issues and rebuild water systems in Philadelphia. More information to come!

Join us for our annual Hot Mugs Fundraiser on October 6! Buy a beautiful handmade mug and enjoy complimentary coffee, tea and sweet treats. All proceeds go directly to The Arts League! Sponsored by: Alif Brew and Mini Mart, Dottie’s Donuts, Honeysuckle Provisions, and Knockbox Cafe.

Welcome to the Wagner - a National Historic Landmark natural history museum in Philadelphia!Visit The Wagner!Come see our landmark building and historic museum collections, including rocks, minerals, fossils, taxidermy animals, mounted skeletons, and more! The exhibit hall is self-guided, allowing visitors to explore and learn at their own pace. For first-time visitors and anyone preferring a little more direction, we have scavenger hunts to guide you and knowledgeable staff on hand to answer any questions.We are open: Tuesday through Friday 9:30 to 4:30PM & on the 1st Saturday of the month from 12 to 4PM (September through May). Check our

Join us for the opening reception of "Brilliance in the Mundane" with a walkthrough of the exhibition accompanied by the artists.About the reception:Join us for a reception for the group exhibition, Brilliance in the Mundane, at Park Towne Place. The reception will begin in the North Tower Gallery, and commence with a walkthrough of the three galleries with an opportunity to hear remarks from the artists and enjoy hors d'oeuvres.Brilliance in the MundaneFeaturing: Kevin Broad, Bruce Hoffman, Sean Irwin, Warren Muller, Gerri Spilka Park Towne Place, 2200 Benjamin Franklin ParkwayOn view: 09/27/2024 - 01/28/2025 (please contact programming@inliquid.org to schedule viewing

With their stunning yellow flowers, goldenrods are one of the hallmark plants of autumn. But they do more than delight the eye. From bees and wasps to caterpillars and butterflies, goldenrods support hundreds of insects. This unique class opportunity combines the insect expertise of Sam Nestory and plant expertise from the manager of horticultural research at Mt. Cuba, Sam Hoadley, for a winning combination as they present how goldenrods can add beauty and biodiversity to any landscape. A tour of the Solidago trials is included. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Join the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary at the 2024 Experience the Estuary CelebrationSorry! Tickets for this events are no longer available. We hope to see you at another one of our fundraising events! Please contact us if you have any questions at hburns@delawareestuary.org.This year's celebration will take place at Vie by Cescaphe in Philadelphia, PA on Wednesday, October 9 from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m.Join PDE for an incredible evening featuring cocktail hour, open bar, dinner, silent auction, and raw oysters from the Delaware Bay.Schedule:5:00 Reception - Cocktails & Hors d'Oeuvres5:00 Bidding Opens - Silent Auction and Wine Pull5:00 PDE

Join The Print Center to celebrate Wendel White’s new publication, “Manifest | Thirteen Colonies,” co-published by Radius Books and the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology, Harvard University. We will learn more about White’s book and his extensive photography practice, followed by an opportunity to get a signed copy of his beautiful hardcover book. This event is free and open to the public.

Join fellow birders for this guided bird walk to spot migrating birds!For the fall will we be having this migrating bird walks at mulitpe locations throught the season:September 19- Andorra Meadow (Tree House)September 26- Lavender Trail (Chestnut Hill and Seminole)October 3- Houston Meadow (Houston Playground, Grakyn Lane)October 10- Upper Roxborough Reservoir (Lare St and Port Royal Ave)October 17- Rittenhouse Town (Ten Box- Forbidden Drive and Lincoln Drive)October 24- Saul Agricultural Fields (Scout House parking lot, Wigard Ave and Henry Ave)October 31- No walkNovember 7- Houston Meadow (Houston Playground, Grakyn Lane)November 14- Schuylkill River Trail (Shawmont Ave and Nixon St)November 21-

An extraordinary celebration of the 175th anniversary of Philadelphia High School for Girls, as we dedicate Jill Scott's new mural.Join us for an extraordinary celebration of the 175th anniversary of Philadelphia High School for Girls, as we dedicate Luminaries: The Coronation, a mural honoring the school’s distinguished alumnae, including the iconic GRAMMY Award-winning artist Jill Scott. Designed by renowned artist Patrick Dougher, this mural celebrates not only Ms. Scott’s remarkable legacy but also the countless women who have walked these halls and gone on to change the world. Celebrate their triumphs, witness the unveiling, and be inspired by the legacy

Learn to identify lepidoptera (moths and butterflies) and the plants that host them!If you build it, they will come! Once your home-grown habitat is in the ground and thriving, the lepidoptera (moths and butterflies) will come to dine on your biodiversity buffet. Students in this course will learn the key attributes of several species of lepidoptera in this ecoregion and the host plants they need to complete their life cycles.The Lancaster Conservancy has protected over 10,000 acres of natural lands, which are critically important to supporting biodiversity. Smaller patches of native habitats spread throughout urban landscapes are also essential to

Brotherly Lens: A Portrait of Philadelphia, featuring Eric T. Kunsman, Joseph Labolito, Ron Tarver.Join us on Second Thursday at Crane Arts in celebrating the group exhibition Brotherly Lens: A Portrait of Philadelphia, featuring Eric T. Kunsman, Joseph Labolito, and Ron Tarver. About the exhibition:Brotherly Lens: A Portrait of Philadelphia presents a nuanced exploration of the city through the eyes of three distinguished photographers: Eric T. Kunsman, Joseph Labolito, and Ron Tarver. Each artist offers a distinctive perspective, capturing the essence of Philadelphia, its hidden dimensions, and its ongoing transformation. Eric T. Kunsman intricately maps the city through its phone lines,

Join us along the river at Pennypack on the Delaware! Volunteers needed to help with tree care, landscaping, litter and beautification!Volunteers Needed! Join us for a day in the park along the river at Pennypack on the Delaware! We'll be cleaning up the park, completing some invasive removal, general landscaping tasks and maybe some tree care for newly planted trees. Meet at the picnic pavilion near the soccer fields!Gloves and tools are provided. Close-toed shoes are required. Bring a refillable water bottle if possible. Light snacks and water provided.Minors need a parent's signature to participate. Anyone under 16 must have

This is an hour of remote ag business planning technical assistance that will be confirmed upon sign-up. Date subject to change.Speak with an agriculture technical assistance provider about crop planning, harvest and post-harvest handling in preparation for farm market and food hub sales, using sustainable practices for small space production. These time slots are virtual conversations. To sign up for an in-person meeting see the other in-person sessions in this collection listed for Monday and Wednesday. Your actual technical assistance slot will be confirmed by email from rbcfworkshops@gmail.com.

All are welcome to join us for a short walk and the making of your own nature journalsNature walk and making your own nature journal to show what you find. Materials will be provided for you as well as prompts on what to write about.

Get ready! WURD’s annual Founder’s Day Celebration is back and you don’t want to miss the celebration of our founder, Walter P. Lomax, Jr.!Get ready! WURD’s annual Founder’s Day Gala is back and you don’t want to miss the celebration of our founder, Walter P. Lomax, Jr., M.D. It's all happening Friday, October 11 at the beautiful Mann Center. In recognition of Dr. Lomax’s powerful career as a physician, this year we will have a special focus on health and healing as we unveil our Philadelphia Black Doctors Directory. We will feature an intimate conversation with WURD President and CEO,

Don't sit back - get involved and make your voice heard at our event "A Voteless People is a Hopeless People : A Call to Action"!A Voteless People is a Hopeless People : A Call to ActionJoin us for an empowering and essential event, "A Voteless People is a Hopeless People: A Call to Action," hosted by the brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Zeta Omicron Lambda Chapter. This event aims to emphasize the critical importance of voting and civic engagement within our communities. As citizens, our voices are powerful tools for change, and this gathering will provide the

Go on a walk to explore the history of the area, in hopes of finding signs of the pastJoin Tony for a history walk of the Andorra natural area in search of signs of the past

The Tacony LAB free workshop series at Glen Foerd!Join Tacony Lab Community Art Center resident artist, Ayiana Viviana at a workshop in Historic Glen Foerd where emotional expression through the arts will take place. Participants will be led through a sound bowl meditation, journaling prompts, and art contemplation and creation. A portion of this even may be held outdoors if weather permits. Please bring blankets for comfort and outdoor seating.Registration is required for this workshop in order to be sure we have enough supplies.Tacony LAB Class Enrollment and Attendance PolicyThe Tacony LAB’s classes are unique in Philadelphia: we do not

Discover amazing deals on all your favorite plants and supplies!Ugly Plant Sale Join us at the Ugly Plant Sale happening at 1431 N 52nd St. It's the perfect time to spruce up your living space or garden. Our end-of-season sale features a stunning selection of houseplants, perennials, and so much more. Don't miss out on the chance to beautify your surroundings for less!

Kids Club 6 years old and up. Please only sign your child up for 1 session.Kids Club art class is a 1 hour and 15 minute art class for kids ages 6 to 18 and up. It takes place from 12:30pm-1:45pmStudents will create a mixed media fall themed poster.When registering for kids club, please register only the child who will be attending. Parents may only accompany their child provided there is extra space but should not register themselves. Due to the size of the studio, parents should not plan on sitting with their child through this class.Please submit age of

Explore the art of botanical monoprinting, drawing inspiration from Deirdre Murphy’s Contemporary Herbarium print series.Join us for a hands-on "Make and Take" workshop led by artist Deirdre Murphy, in conjunction with her exhibition Gradients of Growth at Chimaera Gallery. In this engaging session, participants will explore the art of botanical monoprinting, drawing inspiration from Murphy’s Contemporary Herbarium series. Deirdre will guide you through a step-by-step demonstration of various printing techniques, including gelli plate printing, to create unique, nature-inspired prints. You’ll learn how to layer textures, shapes, and colors to capture the delicate beauty of plants and leaves. By the end of

Join Cassie Jones, architects from OLIN, and ecologists from Symbiotic Ecological for a BioBlitz and crafts along the Delaware River!Please join Cassie Jones, the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation, landscape architects from OLIN, and ecologists from Symbiotic Ecological for a BioBlitz and nature craft along the Delaware River on October 12th!To kick off the next phase of design of an ecologically-focused “Wetland Park” from Pier 70 to Pier 64, the team is looking to crowd-source the identification of as many aquatic and terrestrial plant and animal species as possible within the project area. That's what a BioBlitz is all about! Where:

Join Coyote Tracks for an overnight of Camping, Coals, and Community! All funds help support our Coyote Tracks Programs in PhiladelphiaThe goal of this fundraising event is to raise money for Coyote Tracks Youth Programs scholarship fund while providing an excellent camping experience for first time and seasoned campers alike!Pack a picnic, and come spend the night with your family camping under the stars. We will have coals to cook on, a couple camping stoves to use, activities, and story time. Together we will connect deeper to nature and family together.Cost is offered via a Tiered System:Tier 1 - $75

Runway Recycled presents Qiana Tarah’s Holiday GILT COLLECTION + The Bow Cuffs Trunk Show! @ Moorestown Mall, Unit 1445. Don’t miss it!Runway Recycled Presents: Qiana Tarah’s Holiday GILT COLLECTION + The Bow Cuffs Eco-Chic Trunk Show🗓 October 12th🕓 4:00 PM📍 Runway Recycled, Unit 1445Moorestown Mall, Moorsetown, NJJoin us for an exclusive showcase of Qiana Tarah’s stunning Holiday GILT COLLECTION alongside the unique Bow Cuffs. Embrace eco-chic fashion with timeless elegance. Don’t miss this stylish celebration at Moorestown Mall!

PC: José Ortiz-Pagán The FREE medicinal bath workshop with José Ortiz-Pagan will take place on Saturday, October 12 from 4-6 pm in The Sanctuary at Fleisher Art Memorial, 719 Catharine Street Philadelphia, PA. Parking is available on-site. This event is fully wheelchair accessible and equipped with ramps and elevators. This event will be primarily in Spanish with English interpretation provided. This medicinal bath workshop is organized in conjunction with Convalescence, an immersive art installation by artist Pepón Osorio presented by Thomas Jefferson University. José Ortiz-Pagán will lead in sharing and creating a medicinal bath. This process is a custom that

Join in the ritual of creating herbal medicinal bath soaks on Saturday, October 12 from 4-6 pm, in The Sanctuary at Fleisher Art Memorial.(This event will provide English and Spanish interpretation. Scroll down to read in English)CF: José Ortiz-PagánEl taller GRATUITO de baño medicinal con José Ortiz-Pagan se celebrará el sábado, 12 de octubre de 4 a 6 pm en El Santuario de Fleisher Art Memorial, 719 Catharine Street Filadelfia, PA. Hay estacionamiento disponible en el edificio. Este evento es totalmente accesible para sillas de ruedas y está equipado con rampas y ascensores. Este evento será principalmente en español con

Do you have art supplies that you no longer need, but are still in working condition? Would you love to find free materials that you do need? Then come to Lansdowne’s Fall Art Supply Exchange! At this event, you can bring art supplies you no longer want (but are still usable) for others to take, and pick up new supplies for yourself. The event will take place on October 13th at Utility Works. Drop-off of supplies will open at 11 am and end at 2 pm, and the “shopping” period for supplies will last from 12 pm to 4 pm.

"Unhoused and Unseen" inspired Crafting Open House for all! Come craft and converse with us .What will we be doing?DVAA invites families to join us for an inspirational afternoon of crafting and casual conversation about those who are experiencing housing challenges. The open house is on Sunday October 13th from 12-2pm at Da Vinci Art Alliance located at 704 Catherine Street. Activities for children and adults include drawing exercises and making origami hearts. Families are encouraged to bring new hats or gloves to donate to Broad Street Love, an organization focused on helping those experiencing deep poverty in Philadelphia.We're holding

Check out all the exciting ways we can host your events at Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve - don't miss out!We are hosting our Open House + Showcase for events and weddings at Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Sunday, October 13, 12 - 4 pm. The goal is to provide an immersive and engaging experience where you see the Preserve transformed into a dynamic representation of a real-life event setting, including ceremony spots, rehearsal dinners and reception spaces. Walk around, see and touch our setups in person while talking to our local vendors. Our catering teams will be serving light bites

Mount Moriah is the largest cemetery in Pennsylvania, and home to some of our city’s finest grave architecture.Mount Moriah is the largest cemetery in Pennsylvania, and home to some of our city’s finest grave architecture. Trees and vines have engulfed the gravestones in some areas, giving the place the atmosphere of a lost city in the jungle. Almost every style of tomb can be found here, from Egyptian Revival to Art Nouveau. Guests will learn about the role of cemeteries as a place for leisure in the Victorian era, as well as the influence of the Freemasons. Part wilderness and

Join us at Great Marsh Institute on Sunday, October 13th at 4pm for a Nature Walk with PA Master Naturalist, Diana Cormack., We will explore the woods, meadows, and wetlands of the Great Marsh This will be a late afternoon walk. We can see if we can find rabbits or evidence of other animals in the marsh. RSVP to lori@greatmarshinstitute.org to attend.

Special bird walk during fall migration!MONDAY, OCTOBER 14Bird Walk8:00–9:00 AMBonnie Witmer, Birder and Visitor Services Associate, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensGo birding with Bonnie! Enjoy early morning access to Jenkins during fall migration. Explore various habitats including woodland, pond edge, and stream-side paths. Discover the GISS method to identify our feathered friends by recognizing the general impression, size, and shape of birds. Participants will learn to use their eyes, ears, and binoculars to find birds and other wildlife.Bring binoculars if you have them. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes with good traction. Rain or shine.Free of charge

Volunteer with Haverford College Arboretum!Every other Tuesday during the active volunteer season (April - October) the Arboretum hosts volunteer workdays open to the community. Each session is led by a staff member and focuses on gardening in a different area of campus. Activities will vary each week and can include but are not limited to planting, weeding, mulching, clearing invasives, and watering. The tasks required in each specific session will be announced monthly via our volunteer eNews email (sign up here).As an Arboretum volunteer, you can learn new skills, gain experience, and become a valued member of our volunteer task

Learn more about Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) and their potential for facilitating affordable decarbonization of the power sector.Boxed lunches will be available to go following the talk!Consumers are adopting clean, flexible technologies such as smart thermostats, electric vehicles, and batteries at a rapid rate. Virtual power plants (VPPs) combine these technologies across participating customers to create a resource that can reduce, shift, or generate electricity when needed. By providing these services to the power system, VPPs can make significant contributions to grid reliability while directly compensating those consumers who participate. This presentation will introduce the concept of VPPs, describe their